Im Erika. And sometimes I like to write about things. That way I won’t run out of breath or energy explaining things in person.
My Latest Posts
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- I have posted a vintage doll for saleThis project wasn’t my idea, btw. I agreed on a whim to go the thrift store. And this one of the dolls I had picked up. I decided not to… Read more: I have posted a vintage doll for sale
- SaurolophusIf you could bring back one dinosaur, which one would it be? This is an adorable dinosaur. That is all. -Erika
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Stop explaining yourself when people ask you what you do for a living. Turn it into a negotiation instead. Ask them, “Is this urgent?” “What company do you work for?” “What is your current role?”
Do not answer any more questions about salary, income, or personal details. It is none of their business. It literally does not belong in their briefcase or work email, so do not hand over information like that.
Wait until the conversation closes to hand them your business card. Ask them if they had actually planned on asking you for anything specific, and what they planned on paying you.
Do not be afraid to call people’s bluff when they ask, “What do you do for a living?”
-Erika
A brunette who likes teal and green 